Wisden reveals current World Test XI: Four indians make the cut

Wisden has revealed its current World Test XI based on performances since the start of the 2023–25 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The side, selected on the basis of stats, match impact, and consistency across conditions, features players from five different nations, including four Indians, three Englishmen, two Australians, and one each from New Zealand and South Africa.

Leading the opening combination is India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has had a dream start to his Test career. With 1,903 runs in 20 matches at an average of 52.86, including five centuries, Jaiswal has proven his class in all conditions. Partnering him is England’s aggressive opener Ben Duckett, who has scored 1,821 runs at a strike rate of 85.05, the highest among regular top-order batters.

At No.3 is Australian stalwart Steve Smith, followed by England’s Joe Root at No.4. Root, with 2,083 runs at an average of 54.81, is currently the top-ranked Test batter in the world. Young gun Harry Brook, also from England, occupies the No.5 spot thanks to his average of over 50 and consistent performances since his debut.

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India’s Rishabh Pant takes the gloves and the No.6 spot. With 929 runs in just 11 matches, including two centuries at Headingley alone, Pant’s explosive ability and wicketkeeping prowess make him a clear choice. Ravindra Jadeja, also from India, slots in at No.7 as the all-rounder, with 700 runs and 56 wickets since 2023.

The bowling attack is led by New Zealand’s Matt Henry, whose 48 wickets in just nine Tests at an average under 19 make him an automatic pick. South African speedster Kagiso Rabada, India's Jasprit Bumrah with a staggering 82 wickets at 15.87, and Australia’s off-spinner Nathan Lyon complete the XI.

Wisden’s current World Test XI:

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ben Duckett, Steve Smith, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Matt Henry, Kagiso Rabada, Jasprit Bumrah, Nathan Lyon.